Barton & Guestier Tourmaline Côtes de Provence Rosé 2021 (France)

Description

• Dry style
• Red berries
• White flowers
• Fresh finish

"Classic appearance of pale salmon hues followed by a bouquet of roses and apricots, yellow papaya and strawberry compote, there’s a layer of minerality with granitic stone quality then suggestions of cherry and fruit spice. Crisp, dry, fruity and fresh, flavours mirror the bouquet with a core of fruitiness and charm. balanced and well made with best drinking from 2023 through end of summer 2025" Cameron Douglas, MS, Oct 2023

Pale shiny pink color. Seductive and delicate with ripe red berries and white flowers on the nose. An explosion of fruit. Expressive on the palate with a nice freshness throughout the finish.

A blend of 50% Grenache, 35% Cinsault and 15% Syrah grown in Provence, in the southeast of France, in a countryside valley called les Maures.

Our steadfast commitment to high-quality wine gives a special care dedicated to the grapes after the picking to avoid oxygenation and to preserve a light pink colour.  Destemmed grapes – maceration period for a few hours – pressing – alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (16-18°C / 60-65°F). Ageing on fine lies for 2 months before bottling.

As the famous pink gemstone 'Tourmaline', this unique flask cradles this jewel from Côtes de Provence.

Food Pairing: Aperitif, salads, grilling and Mediterranean dishes.